Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

About the Company

We’re Richmond & Wandsworth Better Service Partnership, the shared public service team for Richmond Council and Wandsworth Council. We are pioneers in local government, with a shared workforce, we deliver high-quality public services across two London boroughs, benefiting over half a million residents.

As the world faces a future of faster, more profound change, with all the possibilities, pressures and uncertainty that brings, our role as a bedrock in the communities we serve is more important than ever. We know we’ll need to be ready to deliver amidst increasing complexity and disruption - it’s up to us to help our communities thrive in a changing world.

We believe that to do this we can’t ever afford to stand still. We have to keep challenging ourselves. We have to keep moving forward. We have to keep adapting.

Driven by this purpose and belief, and guided by a strong set of values, we offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where innovation thrives. We support and nurture a dedicated and aspirational workforce who put local people and each other at the heart of everything we do.

If you want to do game-changing local government work, Richmond and Wandsworth is the place for you.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

Richmond and Wandsworth Councils

Job Title

Horizons 26 - Internship

Job Description

**Job title** Internship – Horizons 26 **Role Summary** A six‑week, full‑time paid internship (36 hrs per week) providing hands‑on experience in local‑government service delivery. Interns support council initiatives, learn project‑based work, and gain mentorship across multidisciplinary teams. **Expactations** - Attend all scheduled information and briefing sessions. - Commit to a 36‑hour workweek for the full six‑week term. - Complete assigned tasks and deliverables on time. - Actively participate in team meetings and collaborative projects. - Maintain professional communication and uphold council standards. **Key Responsibilities** - Contribute to real projects that advance council services and community impact. - Collaborate with teams, managers, and leaders across council functions. - Prepare and present progress updates to project stakeholders. - Manage task lists, deadlines, and deliverables within agreed timelines. - Apply basic IT tools (email, Microsoft 365) to support daily workflow. **Required Skills** - Strong written and verbal communication. - Effective organisational and time‑management abilities. - Teamwork and collaborative working skills. - Openness to learning, feedback, and constructive guidance. - Basic proficiency in Microsoft 365 and standard office software. **Required Education & Certifications** - Minimum age 16 years or older. - Right to work in the UK. - No formal educational qualification required beyond age and work‑right.

Wandsworth, United kingdom

On site

25-02-2026